Staff Accountant

Steffes Group, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Family coverage option

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account

Flexible spending account

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Steffes Group, a trusted auction leader since 1960, is seeking a Staff Accountant for the Mt. Pleasant, IA team. You will handle the financial execution of auctions, ensuring accurate settlements, timely payments, and streamlined accounting processes from start to finish.

This role requires detail-oriented problem solving, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Occasional travel to live auctions is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent related experience.
• 3-5 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance experience preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time‑management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline‑driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage auction accounting activities from start to finish, including deposits, settlements, expense allocation, reconciliations, and job-cost tracking.
• Prepare and process customer invoices while ensuring proper handling of tax exemptions and supporting documentation.
• Record and reconcile banking activity, including deposits, checks, electronic payments, and account transactions.
• Conduct lien searches, review secured interests, and communicate with lienholders for payoff information and distribution of proceeds.
• Perform day-to-day general ledger activities, including journal entries, adjustments, and account maintenance.
• Ensure financial records reflect operations accurately and transparently.
• Support customers with questions related to auctions, payments, invoices, and settlements.
• Organize, maintain, and archive financial records in digital and physical formats.
• Collaborate with auction, operations, and accounting teams to support events and client outcomes.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines with high accuracy.
• Occasionally travel to live auction events to provide on-site accounting support.

Skills

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Integrity

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

QuickBooks

Sage

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Bring Accuracy, Organization, and Closure to Every Auction.

At Steffes Group, every auction tells a story. Whether it's a multi-generational farm transition, a construction fleet liquidation, a thriving business sale, or a premier land auction, our team helps clients achieve important milestones with confidence.

As a trusted leader in the auction industry since 1960, Steffes Group has built a reputation for expertise, integrity, and exceptional client service. Behind every successful auction is a strong financial process, and that's where you come in.

We're seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Mt. Pleasant, IA team. In this role, you'll serve as a key player in the financial execution of auctions, ensuring accurate settlements, timely payments, and seamless accounting processes from start to finish. If you're detail‑oriented, enjoy solving problems, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Staff Accountant, you'll help ensure the financial side of our auctions runs smoothly and accurately by:

• Managing auction accounting activities from start to finish, including deposits, settlements, expense allocation, reconciliations, and job‑cost tracking
• Preparing and processing customer invoices while ensuring proper handling of tax exemptions and supporting documentation
• Recording and reconciling banking activity, including deposits, checks, electronic payments, and account transactions
• Conducting lien searches, reviewing secured interests, and communicating professionally with lienholders to obtain payoff information and support the accurate distribution of auction proceeds
• Performing day‑to‑day general ledger activities, including journal entries, adjustments, and account maintenance
• Ensuring financial records accurately reflect business operations and provide transparency across all transactions
• Supporting customers by answering questions related to auctions, payments, invoices, and settlements
• Organizing, maintaining, and archiving financial records in both digital and physical formats
• Collaborating with auction, operations, and accounting teams to support successful events and positive client outcomes
• Managing multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Occasionally traveling to live auction events to provide on‑site accounting support

What Makes You Successful

You are someone who:

• Thrives in a fast‑moving environment and can effectively prioritize competing responsibilities
• Takes pride in producing accurate, detailed work
• Enjoys problem‑solving and finding solutions independently
• Communicates professionally and confidently with clients, coworkers, and business partners
• Maintains a high level of integrity, discretion, and accountability
• Brings a positive, team‑oriented approach while also being comfortable working independently

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent related experience
• 3-5 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance experience preferred, but not required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Experience working with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems is a plus
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time‑management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline‑driven environment

Why Steffes Group?

At Steffes Group, we know our success is built by our people. We are committed to investing in our team members and creating an environment where individuals can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• 100% company‑paid single medical and dental insurance; family coverage available at employee cost
• 401(k) & health savings account with company match
• Flexible spending account
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off & volunteer time off
• Employee assistance program & wellness program
• Full‑time daytime schedule with overtime opportunities as needed

Build Your Future with Steffes Group

If you're looking for an accounting role that offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute to high‑profile auctions across the region, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team that values accuracy, integrity, and doing what's right for our clients every day.